Tested: Windows 11's new Start menu lets you fully customize it, and it works surprisingly well - Windows Latest

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8553 adds section-level toggles to the Start menu, allowing users to independently show or hide Pinned, Recent, and Other sections. The update is available in the Experimental channel and fixes key customization issues that made the original Start menu widely disliked. Microsoft's new controls let users tailor the Start menu with granular visibility settings, addressing long-standing user feedback. Performance improvements are noted, though not fully resolved. The change reflects Microsoft's commitment to personalization, with the philosophy that 'it is your choice, and it should be easy to make.